Fifteen academy teams from across the country will compete for top honours in this highly anticipated tournament, which is a key part of Hockey India\u2019s strong grassroots development pathway. The teams are divided into four pools \u2014 Pool A, Pool B, Pool C, and Pool D \u2014 and will play in a round-robin format. The top two teams from each pool will move on to the Semi-Finals on November 21. The 3rd\/4th place match and the Final are scheduled for November 23.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The opening match features Ghumanhera Riser\u2019s Academy against Tamil Nadu Hockey Academy, promising an exciting start to a week of intense competition hockey.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pool A includes the Odisha Naval Tata Hockey High Performance Centre, Mumbai Schools Sports Association, and the Sports Authority of Gujarat Hockey Academy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pool B comprises Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy, Citizen Hockey XI, Hockey Family Badhkhalsa NCR Hockey Society, and Vadipatti Raja Hockey Academy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pool C includes Ghumanhera Riser\u2019s Academy, Raja Karan Hockey Academy, Khalsa Hockey Academy (Amritsar), and Tamil Nadu Hockey Academy. Meanwhile, Pool D features Jai Bharat Hockey Academy, Bhai Behlo Hockey Academy Bhagta, Markandeshwar Hockey Academy, and Ritu Rani Hockey Academy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
During the group stage, teams earn three points for a win and one point for a draw. If the scores are tied at the end of regulation in the classification matches, a shoot-out will determine the winner, increasing the excitement proceedings.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking ahead of the tournament, Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey said, \u201cThe Junior Women Academy Championship is a cornerstone in our talent development structure. It gives us the opportunity to identify promising players who will eventually feed into the national setup. Over the years, these academy tournaments have proven to be instrumental in nurturing future stars who go on to represent India at the international level. I am confident this year\u2019s edition will showcase some extraordinary young talent.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
During the group stage, teams earn three points for a win and one point for a draw. If the scores are tied at the end of regulation in the classification matches, a shoot-out will determine the winner, increasing the excitement proceedings.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
With top junior academies competing, the 3rd Hockey India Junior Women Academy Championship 2025 (Zones A & B) offers exciting matches, showcases emerging talent, and marks another milestone in Hockey India\u2019s efforts to build a stronger foundation for Indian hockey.<\/p>\r\n\r\n